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The Audubon Park Neighborhood and Students from Northeast Middle School (NEMS) to Honor Our Urban Ecology at the Spring Wingding, on Saturday April 25, 11am to 2pm
The Spring WingDing, Audubon Park’s annual community festival, coincides with Earth Week and Global Youth Service Day. Students from the neighborhood’s middle school anticipate a fun event which helps raise ecological awareness. “It shows how much these kids really care about the environment,” said Barb Kapala, Beacons Coordinator at NEMS. “By taking ownership of the Spring WingDing, they set an example of service and engagement for the broader community.” - April 15, 2009 - Audbon Neighborhood Association
Trust for Architectural Easements and Island Press Promote Sustainability and Historic Preservation in Boston April 23, 2009 at the Boston Public Library
In the next twenty years, the number of urban dwellers worldwide will swell to an estimated five-billion people. Redeveloping our existing built resources to accommodate this growth will determine the future of our cities and regions, the natural environment, and the health and human welfare of all of the earth’s inhabitants. As we face the challenges of climate change and diminishing fossil fuel resources, how will urban areas accommodate a growing population while minimizing resource use? - April 14, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Flexfit Leads Eco-Friendly, Green Headwear Movement in 2009
Flexfit, one of the world’s largest headwear manufacturers, is leading the way in the headwear industry with their organic eco-friendly line of hats. - April 13, 2009 - Flexfit
Plug-In's Historic Ride All Around America Concludes at National Sustainable Design Expo
National Sustainable Design Expo will host the exciting conclusion of EVJerry Asher's historic trip to visit all the state capitals of the lower 48 states spreading the gospel of plug-in hybrid with his PHEV the Spirit of DC. Come to the Mall to see the Spirit of dc and all of the fantastic inventions at the National Sustainable Design Expo running from April 18th to the 20th on the National Mall. - April 13, 2009 - PHEV3A
PaceControls Technology Helps Delaware Municipal Buildings Save on Energy Bills
Proven eco-friendly technology helps municipalities, governments reduce deficits - April 12, 2009 - PaceControls
Affordable Homemade Wind Generator Plans Are Now Available for Families at BuildaWindGenerator.org
BuildaWindGenerator.org understands that families all over the world are considering less expensive, more eco-friendly solutions to their home energy needs. Learn how to build alternative energy sources at home. BuildaWindGenerator.org plans provide step-by-step instructions on how to build a 1000 watt homemade wind generator for under $100, and all of the parts are readily available and easily obtained. - April 12, 2009 - Build a Wind Generator
Green Leadership Institute Launches Scholar Residence Program
Scholar Residents will have opportunity to live and work on Carbon-Neutral Development Gelston Castle Estate as members of Green Leadership Institute for 3 months with room and board provided - April 11, 2009 - Safflyn Corporation
Metro Centre Puts a Little Spring in the Local Economy with Five New Shops, Special Promotions and the Peoria Farmers Market
Iconic shopping centre bucks economy, thrives in Spring 2009 - April 11, 2009 - Metro Centre
Recreation Planners Use Technology to Get Public Participation
“A 21st century way to engage the public directly in recreation and conservation decisions” – that’s how planner Edwin S. Gardner of Heritage Strategy Group describes the approach he and his team are taking to make sure the public is keenly involved in the 2010-2020... - April 11, 2009 - Studio A Architecture, Inc.
How to Save Fuel (How2SaveFuel.Com) Hydrogen Hybrid Conversion Systems Decrease Smog, Save Fuel and Increase Horsepower
How 2 Save Fuel (How2SaveFuel.Com), a Northridge, California based company is steadily approaching converting vehicles to hydrogen in a new and different way. What they are doing is revolutionary, a giant step in the right direction, the most professional hydrogen hybrid solution available and an answer which is affordable and available now. - April 10, 2009 - How2SaveFuel.Com
Further Reductions of Carbon Emissions Needed by 2020
The Renewable Energy Centre believes UK carbon emissions should be cut by 42% by 2020. - April 10, 2009 - The Renewable Energy Centre
MagicBricks.com & Vatika Group’s Earth Walk – a Grand Success
Taking The Environment & CSR Seriously - April 10, 2009 - Times Business Solutions Limited
Don Harris of DJH Construction, Inc. is Elected to the Board of Directors for the Solar Energy Council of the Inland Empire (SEC-IE)
Don Harris joins the SEC-IE as a board director. - April 09, 2009 - DJH Construction, Inc.
AASHE and the ACUPCC Launch Online Climate Action Planning Wiki
The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) and the American College & University Presidents' Climate Commitment (ACUPCC) have released Climate Planning for Campuses: A How To Guide (http://www.aashe.org/wiki/climate-planning-guide), a manual to assist... - April 09, 2009 - Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education
Beautorium Celebrates Entrepreneurial Exclusive in Natural and Organic Skincare
Beautorium, the online natural and organic beauty emporium, is pleased to announce an entrepreneurial exclusive in natural skincare: Dr. Mah Hussein Gambles, founder of Saaf Skincare, has just been named one of the UK’s Top 100 female entrepreneurs. - April 08, 2009 - Beautorium
The Green Dictionary Premiere Pre-Release - in Time for Earth Day
The Green Dictionary is the premiere resource for helping you to “learn to speak green.” From A to Z, The Green Dictionary defines the many concepts and terms of the green movement and the growing green economy in quick and accessible language. With over 150 must know “green words,” The Green Dictionary is an invaluable addition to your library. - April 08, 2009 - EcoKnowledge
Independence Station Seeks “Green” 21st Century Pioneers
Independence Station, the Oregon development slated to become the World’s Greenest Building when it opens in 2010, is now accepting priority pre-reservations for the 15 condominium-style homes included in the mixed-use development. - April 08, 2009 - Independence Station
CTA Firm Genuine Trading Solutions And Karbone Announce Strategic Partnership Agreement
Strategic Partnership Agreement Between CTA Firm Genuine Trading Solutions and Leading Environmental Credit Brokerage and Climate Change Consulting Firm Karbone. - April 07, 2009 - Genuine Trading Solutions
The Swinden Group Offers Free Severe Weather Advisories for April
For the month of April, Severe Weather Advisories, by the Swinden Group, are being provided free of charge. - April 04, 2009 - The Swinden Group, LLC
A Green YouTube: the New Social Networking Video Site for the Planet, Earthprotect.com
EarthProtect.com is a worldwide environmental hub that features thousands of videos and brings like-minded people together, connecting them to experts and global resources in order to raise awareness and promote action to sustain our world. - April 04, 2009 - Earth Protect
Atlas Copco Philippines Runs for the Whale Sharks
Atlas Copco Philippines’ Team Air Runners joined the “Condura Run 09: Skyway Run For The Whale Sharks” last 22nd of March 2009. The race was held at the Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City. Team Air Runners is currently composed of local Atlas Copco Compressor Technique (CT)... - April 04, 2009 - Atlas Copco Philippines
World’s First Truly Sustainable Homes: Generates More Energy Than They Consume and Can Withstand the Forces of Nature
The ReGen Group™, LLC announced that it has signed a contract valued at over $2M with OceanSafe, Inc., a manufacturer of steel structural insulated panels, to develop the Nation’s first mass-produced truly sustainable homes: the OceanSafe Sustainable Home. The ReGen Group™, a... - April 03, 2009 - The REGEN Group
World Dryer Announces the Link Between Hand Dryers and a Greener Environment
World Dryer® Corporation answers the popular question on everyone's mind. "Are hand dryers or paper towels better for the environment?" - April 02, 2009 - World Dryer Corporation
Excalibur Technology Goes Green
Excalibur Technology cleans up in their local community as part of their "green initiative" and helps clients to implement environmentally friendly technology solutions. - April 01, 2009 - ExcalTech (Excalibur Technology Corp.)
New Software Package to Calculate and Report Oil Spills
A new software application has been released which simplifies and facilitates the calculation and reporting of accidental oil slicks. The tool allows personnel to assess the extent and volume of spilled oil. This vital information can then be reported in standardized formats to oil spill response teams and regulators. - April 01, 2009 - The Oil Spill Training Company Ltd.
Army Leads Green Movement
The army today made the world’s first military zero carbon investment in renewable energy. Barracks will now be heated and powered by cutting edge highly efficient technology which turns trees into green power. By growing and harvesting trees on Army land, the Army hopes to cut their fuel... - April 01, 2009 - Alfagy Ltd
N.C. Legislative Leaders Introduce Bipartisan State Bill Supporting Creation of Yadkin River Trust
The N.C. Water Rights Committee (www.ncwaterrights.org) is commending the filing March 25 of Senate Bill 967 for the creation of the Yadkin River Trust by its sponsor, state Sen. Fletcher L. Hartsell, Jr. (R-Cabarrus), and co-sponsors N.C. Senate Majority Leader Tony Rand (D-Cumberland) and Senate... - March 29, 2009 - N.C. Water Rights Committee
Earth Hour Detroit 2009
Participants are asked to turn off their lights from 8:30pm to 9:30pm, Saturday, March 28, for the largest climate event in history. - March 28, 2009 - The Night Move
Earth Knowledge Launches Enhanced Website and Appears on "Our Planet" on CNN Headline News
Consulting firm makes news-linked Map Tool free to Web users. - March 27, 2009 - Earth Knowledge, Inc.
National Green Hospitality Experts to Speak at Upcoming Global Summit
Executive chairperson Clare Misquitta and event organizers confirmed that Scott Parisi, president of EcoGreenHotel and John Grillo, president of National Energy Services Co., will co-deliver a keynote address at the summit, which is being convened April 15 – 17 at the Bear Creek Mountain Resort and Conference Center in Macungie, PA. - March 27, 2009 - EcoGreenHotel
Macquarie Telecom Calls on the Government to Ensure Data Centres Prove Environmental Credentials
Macquarie Telecom today called on the Federal Government to ensure its data centre strategy, planned in response to the Gershon data centre recommendations, includes clear, environmental standards for individual data centres to be measured against. Speaking in response to Federal Minister for... - March 26, 2009 - Macquarie Telecom
Lake Monitoring System at Lake Dardanelle an Unexpected Catch for B.A.S.S. Elite Series Tournament Participants
Researchers from the U.S. Geological Survey Arkansas Water Science Center installed a Lake Diagnostic System (LDS) in Lake Dardanelle for the Diamond Drive Bassmaster Elite Series Tournament, which will take place from March 26 - 29, 2009. The LDS is a floating system that collects water temperature and dissolved oxygen data every 30 seconds, and has above surface meteorology sensors for monitoring air temperature, wind speed and direction, and other meteorological data. - March 26, 2009 - Precision Measurement Engineering, Inc.
Auto Knight Motor Club-Eco Motors of Rancho Mirage-Dimension Service Corporation Announce Formal Agreements in Dublin, Ohio
Jeff Rizzo CEO of Auto Knight Motor Club Inc. and Haytham ElZayn CEO of Dimension Service Corporation have announced formal agreements with regards to product distribution in the United States and Canada. Mr. Rizzo makes updated statements with regards to the 2010 Eco MC-3, the first imported vehicle from China, designed in America. - March 25, 2009 - Auto Knight Inc.
The Green Team CT Sponsors Recycling at the Home Design Show in Stamford CT Homeowners and the Public Can Recycle Household Batteries and CFL Bulbs
The Green Team CT will be at the Home Design Expo located at the Hilton Stamford Hotel in Stamford, CT Saturday, March 28th 11am - 6 pm and Sunday, March 29th 11am - 5 pm. - March 25, 2009 - The Green Team CT LLC
Investorideas.com New Showcase Water Stock, Wescorp Energy Inc. Provides Solutions for ‘Produced Water’ in Oil and Gas Industry
InvestorIdeas.com, a leading global investor and industry research portal covering water, environment and oil and gas sectors, announces a new featured showcase company, Wescorp Energy Inc, a company providing technology based solutions for the treatment of contaminated ‘produced water’ for the oil and gas industry - March 25, 2009 - InvestorIdeas.com
With Numerous Opportunities for MEMS Energy Harvesting Devices, Optimistic Market Projections Stand
It appears that the numerous opportunities for energy harvesting devices must be analyzed carefully, taking into account all aspects of the final application from power consumption profiles to lifetime and size constraints. Applications screened cover automotive, medical, industrial machine monitoring and process control, home automation and defense. - March 25, 2009 - Electronics.ca Publications
Worldcheaper: Into Charities All Over the World
Worldcheaper have decided to donate $5 to a worthy charity for every air ticket bought at www.worldcheaper.com. They’re doing this because they care, because they love, because they hope for a better tomorrow for all man. - March 24, 2009 - WayBy.com
Advanced Purification Uses New Green Technology. The Proprietary SanusAer™ Method, Developed by AP, Eliminates Many Pollutants Found in the Indoor Environment.
Advanced Purification, an Indoor Air Quality services company located in central Ohio, has treated many homes and buildings since their launch in November 2008. Using a proprietary green technology called SanusAer™; (Latin for “Healthy Air”) they have successfully used Activated Oxygen to treat a variety of indoor air pollution problems including mold, pet odors, smoke, VOCs, bed bugs, and MRSA. - March 24, 2009 - Advanced Purification
Eco One Solutions Partners with Habitat for Humanity
Eco One Solutions (E1S), an innovative, Natick, Massachusetts-headquartered company that specializes in reuse and recycling, has entered into a formal partnership with the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Through this arrangement, E1S will provide the store with donations... - March 23, 2009 - Integrated Green
Rainwater Harvesting Guide Launched
Rainwater harvesting experts Kingspan Water has launched a Rainwater Harvesting Guide. Rainwater harvesting is not a new concept. Since earliest times, mankind has captured rain in order to provide a simple and accessible supply of fresh water. With the introduction of mains water supply,... - March 22, 2009 - Kingspan Water
IAQ Technology Breakthrough
Whole House IAQ and Whole House Bathroom Ventilation From a Single System - March 21, 2009 - American Aldes Ventilation Corporation
Silva Tree Applaud the Prince of Wales
The Prince of Wales’ current South American adventure is causing a long-awaited stir in the media and the public. Silva Tree SA, who are actively working towards halting deforestation, have long awaited such an ambassador for their cause. - March 20, 2009 - Silva Tree S.A.
N.C. Water Rights Committee Releases Podcast Addressing the State Trust Concept
The N.C. Water Rights Committee (www.ncwaterrights.org) has released a podcast featuring Christopher Bramlett, treasurer of N.C. Water Rights Committee, discussing the State Trust Concept as a better option to own and manage the Yadkin Hydroelectric Project than what Alcoa currently proposes. The... - March 20, 2009 - N.C. Water Rights Committee
In Win Looks Towards and Earth Preserving Future, New Green Solution
Providing quality products with the latest in technology, In Win prides itself on being a company with definitive values and goals. - March 19, 2009 - In Win Development Inc.
Modern Application of Ancient Technology Helps Thai People
Marketing a traditional deodorant crystal to the West provides economic opportunity and funds educational and environmental programs for Thai people. - March 19, 2009 - OEL group
Filmetrics Launches Thin-film Photovoltaic Dedicated Metrology Systems
High-speed, reliable, and affordable metrology solutions for every class of thin-film photovoltaic material used in today's industry. - March 18, 2009 - Filmetrics Inc
Dream Village Launches Saved by the Well; US Kids Participate in World Water Week
Dream Village launches March 20, 2009 as a kick-off to World Water Week (March 22-28). Their first book, Saved by the Well, discusses the global water crisis in a way that is accessible, entertaining, and inspiring for any child. One need only speak to the teachers, scout leaders, and community... - March 18, 2009 - Dream Village
Congressman Jay Inslee to Participate on Sustainability and Historic Preservation Panel Sponsored by the Trust for Architectural Easements
The third panel – How We Finance Development – will be held on March 23, 2009 from 7:30 to 9:00 pm at the SEIU Conference Center Room 1036/38 in Washington, DC. RSVP for this free event by sending an email to kgraves@islandpress.org or calling 202-232-7933 x20. - March 17, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
This Week’s EcoGreenHotel Product EcoFeature
EcoGreenHotel.com keeps you informed about the latest environmentally friendly hotel products designed to make your green hotel the best it can be. Would you like to recommend a product for an upcoming EcoFeature? - March 16, 2009 - EcoGreenHotel
Georgia-Pacific Professional Announces enMotion® EPA-Compliant Towels
Recycled content towels for touchless automated dispensers offer cost-effective option for washrooms. - March 15, 2009 - Georgia-Pacific Professional